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Do you believe that all children should receive consistently high-quality care in environments that strive to improve outcomes for each child? Do you have experience in social work, education, inspection, advocacy or residential childcare management?
Then we have an exciting opportunity for a professional like you.
The Vacancy
An exciting opportunity has arisen for an Independent Visitor to join NYAS Independent Monitoring Service.
This is a full-time permanent role, working 35 hours per week across Scotland.
As an Independent Visitor you will be required to complete and report on settings via independent visits
The purpose of this role is to ensure that judgements are consistent with evidence provided and that the feedback given is an element of continuous improvement.
While the role is home-based, where travel is required, it may include public transport.
About You
We are looking for a self-starter who prides themselves in professionalism and accuracy. You must have a relevant professional qualification and proven extensive experience in working with children and young people or adults at risk in a social care setting.
For more information, please view the attached job description.
In your application, you will need to evidence, using specific examples, how your skills and experience meet the criteria laid out in the person specification, within the job description attached. Requirements include:
- Professional qualification in a relevant field.
- Proven extensive experience in working with children and young people or adults at risk in a social care setting.
- Experience and an understanding of child and adult safeguarding procedures.
- Experience of quality assuring reports for regulatory bodies.
- Ability to analyse a range of information to assess effective evidence-based judgements of reports.
- Proven experience of using QA to improve report writing.
- Ability to communicate effectively and to a high standard both orally and in writing to a wide range of people.
Please note that as this role is based in Scotland, Scottish bank holidays will apply.
NYAS operates robust safe procedures to ensure the protection of the children, young people and adults at risk we work with. To comply with NYAS’s Safeguarding and Child Protection Policy candidates will be subject to an enhanced DBS check, references, Digital Risk Assessment and Right to Work check.
We reserve the right to close this vacancy early once we receive a high number of applications.
In accordance with UK immigration law, NYAS is required to ensure that all prospective candidates have the legal right to work in the United Kingdom. Therefore, proof of eligibility to work in the UK will be required as part of the recruitment process.
About NYAS
As an established leading rights-based charity, NYAS (National Youth Advocacy Service) is well positioned to ensure that children, young people, and adults across England and Wales are fully respected, represented, and supported in expressing their views and having their rights upheld.
We work with care-experienced children, young people, and adults who are often reliant on statutory services suffering the negative impact of the cuts in public expenditure. Our combination of social care and legal services places us in a unique position to ensure that they receive the services they need and that their voices are heard.
We are an equal opportunities employer and we are committed to creating an inclusive environment which means NYAS welcomes applications from all individuals regardless of age, disability, gender identity, sexual orientation, ethnic origin, nationality, religion or belief, or any other protected characteristic.
NYAS is proud to share that we are a Disability Confident Employer and we guarantee to interview all disabled applicants who meet the minimum criteria for our vacancies.
Work with us to help change young lives.
At NYAS, we listen to what children, young people and vulnerable adults want. We empower them to have their voices heard.
Veterans Community Occupational Therapist
Location: Remote working
We have two positions available – one based in the North of England and one based in the South of England.
- North: Preferably based in North-West England, including Manchester, Liverpool, Preston, Blackpool and surrounding areas.
- South: Preferably based in Salisbury or the surrounding areas.
We are open to candidates who live further afield, where the location is within a reasonable travelling distance for the community-based requirements of the role.
Both positions involve community-based travel as part of the role, as well as occasional UK-wide travel to attend face-to-face clinical and wider team meetings (approximately 4–5 times per year).
Hours: Full time, 35 hours per week
Contract: Permanent
About Us
At Help for Heroes, we help the Armed Forces community live well after service.
Life can be tough when a military career comes to an end, especially if it has been cut short by illness or injury. Overnight, people lose not only their job, but also a support network that is like family. There are many ways we help veterans, their relatives, serving personnel, and people who worked alongside the UK military. We help people with their physical and mental health needs, and a range of welfare issues. Our support gives people the skills, confidence and knowledge to make a success of life after service.
We have an exciting opportunity for a Veterans Community Occupational Therapist to join the Services team at Help for Heroes and play a key role in supporting veterans and their families to access the right clinical and functional support, helping them live well after service.
Please see below for more information on what just might be your future role.
About You
Are you a committed, Registered Occupational Therapist, with more than two years’ experience, looking to expand your skills and have the opportunity to work with the Armed Forces Community? If you have an understanding of and empathy with the requirements of veterans and their families, you could contribute your skills and experience to improve the quality of life for our beneficiaries.
About the Role
As a Veterans Community Occupational Therapist, you will:
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Provide community-based occupational therapy input to veterans, supporting their physical health, independence and day-to-day functioning.
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Work with veterans and, where appropriate, their families and support networks to assess needs and identify practical, person-centred solutions.
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Support veterans to navigate healthcare and support pathways, promoting independence and wellbeing.
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Work collaboratively as part of a multidisciplinary team alongside Community Nurses and other professionals.
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Contribute to education, outreach and engagement activity to support the Armed Forces Community.
Please see the job description below for more details about the role.
About the Team
You will be joining the clinical team at Help for Heroes, providing community-based support to the Armed Forces Community across either North or South England.The team works collaboratively as a multidisciplinary group of Occupational Therapists and Community Nurses, finding resourceful ways to deliver care that is right, fair and tailored to each individual.
Our aim is to champion the Armed Forces Community as they transition to civilian life, working together as one team to support long-term health, independence and wellbeing.
In return we can offer you:
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Belonging to a team who make a difference to our community and value equality,diversityand inclusion.
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29 days’ annual leave plus 8 bank holidays, regardless of service -plus your birthday off to celebrate!
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Opportunity to buy and sell up to 5 days annual leave per year.
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Added to our free health scheme from day one, including discounts on dental, opticians, massages, and more - with theoptionto upgrade.
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3 volunteer days per year to support the Help for Heroes community.
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A generous salarysacrificepension scheme with an 8% employer contribution and a minimum 3% employee contribution, plus life insurance up to 4× salary as an active member.
Closing date: 18th September 2026
The client requests no contact from agencies or media sales.
Do you believe that all children should receive consistently high-quality care in environments that strive to improve outcomes for each child? Do you have experience in social work, education, inspection, advocacy or residential childcare management?
Then we have an exciting opportunity for a professional like you.
The Vacancy
An exciting opportunity has arisen for an Independent Visitor & Quality Assurance Officer to join NYAS Independent Monitoring Service.
This is a full-time permanent role, working 35 hours in the North West and/or North East region.
As an Independent Visitor & Quality Assurance Officer you will be required to complete statutory and non-statutory independent allocated visits within prescribed timescales and to quality assure reports submitted by other members of the team.
The purpose of this role is to ensure that judgements are consistent with evidence provided and that the feedback given is an element of continuous improvement.
While the role is home-based, there will be occasions where travel is required, including working on public transport.
About You
We are looking for a self-starter who prides themselves in professionalism and accuracy. You must have a relevant professional qualification and proven extensive experience in working with children and young people or adults at risk in a social care setting.
For more information, please view the attached job description.
In your application, you will need to evidence, using specific examples, how your skills and experience meet the criteria laid out in the person specification, within the job description attached. Requirements include:
- Professional qualification in a relevant field.
- Proven extensive experience in working with children and young people or adults at risk in a social care setting.
- Experience and an understanding of child and adult safeguarding procedures.
- Experience of quality assuring reports for regulatory bodies.
- Ability to analyse a range of information to assess effective evidence-based judgements of reports.
- Proven experience of using QA to improve report writing.
- Ability to communicate effectively and to a high standard both orally and in writing to a wide range of people.
NYAS operates robust safe procedures to ensure the protection of the children, young people and adults at risk we work with. To comply with NYAS’s Safeguarding and Child Protection Policy candidates will be subject to an enhanced DBS check, references, Digital Risk Assessment and Right to Work check.
We reserve the right to close this vacancy early once we receive a high number of applications.
In accordance with UK immigration law, NYAS is required to ensure that all prospective candidates have the legal right to work in the United Kingdom. Therefore, proof of eligibility to work in the UK will be required as part of the recruitment process.
About NYAS
As an established leading rights-based charity, NYAS (National Youth Advocacy Service) is well positioned to ensure that children, young people, and adults across England and Wales are fully respected, represented, and supported in expressing their views and having their rights upheld.
We work with care-experienced children, young people, and adults who are often reliant on statutory services suffering the negative impact of the cuts in public expenditure. Our combination of social care and legal services places us in a unique position to ensure that they receive the services they need and that their voices are heard.
We are an equal opportunities employer and we are committed to creating an inclusive environment which means NYAS welcomes applications from all individuals regardless of age, disability, gender identity, sexual orientation, ethnic origin, nationality, religion or belief, or any other protected characteristic.
NYAS is proud to share that we are a Disability Confident Employer and we guarantee to interview all disabled applicants who meet the minimum criteria for our vacancies.
Work with us to help change young lives.
At NYAS, we listen to what children, young people and vulnerable adults want. We empower them to have their voices heard.
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Deputy Service Manager
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Job Title: Deputy Service Manager
Location: Based within a non-residential service in Wembley, working within communities, homes, and other residentials. This service does have step free access however we are unable to guarantee this at some of the other locations where the role is based such as homes and community based locations.
Salary: £31,700
Shift Pattern: 37.5 hours per week Monday to Friday on a rota working 09:00 - 17:00, hours may be extended 08:00 - 18:00. You may also be required to work outside these hours as per service/participant requirements. You will also take part in our out of hours on call rota for managers.
About the Role
This is a great opportunity for a Deputy Service Manager to join our team based in Wembley. You will support the Service Manager to ensure high quality service delivery, being a key contact for staff, helping them feel supported, skilled, and empowered within their roles. In this role you will be based within a service which is at the heart of delivering person-centred support to vulnerable adults who have been, or are at risk of homelessness. This is a floating support service based in the heart of Wembley, near the Civic Centre. With a team who are dedicated to supporting our participants within their homes, communities, and in outreach based support.
Key Responsibilities Include:
- Line Management and Leadership, supporting your team providing advice, guidance and support throughout their employment lifecycle
- Support the Service Manager in leading the day to day operational delivery of the service
- Risk Management ownership, ensuring processes and policies are followed
- Financial Management, including petty cash and budget management
- Contract management and Internal auditing, admin, and general other duties as required.
About You
We are seeking a passionate, driven and motivated colleague to help lead our service in a trauma informed and inclusive way. Someone who is knowledgeable in the needs of our residents, particularly around homelessness and complex needs, able to support the team in delivering their daily duties. You will be driven with passion for what we do, and be able to work flexibly to meet service needs, providing new ideas and opportunities to develop the service further to continue to achieve excellence!
- Understanding of homelessness and complex needs of people from different backgrounds
- Ability to provide high quality support and line management to staff.
- Ability to support the Service Manager and help manage staff with daily tasks, caseloads and overall day to day running of the service.
- Ability to motivate and empower a team to achieve KPI's
- Ability to provide advice, guidance, and support to the team on all aspects of service delivery including resident related queries
- Willingness and ability to work flexibly to meet service needs
- IT proficiency - we use various systems so look for someone who can learn and navigate new systems including case management, Microsoft, ATS, HR systems, and other types of organisational software
- Alignment with our values of Ambition, Empowerment, Inclusivity, and Transparency
Please refer to the JDPS attached for more details on the vacancy and our requirements/key criteria.
What we Offer
- 25 days (Full time equivalent) annual leave, increasing with the length of service
- Employer Pension Contribution
- Eligibility to register with Blue Light Discount Card
- Access to discounted tickets for music events, shows, sports and more
- Reflective Practice regular sessions with a therapist provided by an external provider to support Mental Health and Wellbeing at work
- Training and Development, including access to courses, upskilling, and progression plans
- Employee Assistance Programme, including counselling
- Life Assurance Scheme
- Cycle-to-work scheme
- Annual Staff Awards
- EDI Ambassador programme
About Social Interest Group (SIG)
SIG is a not-for-profit organisation providing thousands of people with good-quality support and care in residential, drop-in centres, community floating support settings, probation settings, and hospitals. We do so across London, Brighton, Bedfordshire, Luton, Kent and Liverpool. Our goal is to transform lives through empowering change.
We believe good care and support improves lives with the vision to create healthier, safer, and more inclusive communities. Join us on our mission to empower independence through trauma-informed solutions and dynamic partnerships that keep people out of prison, out of hospital, and off the streets.
Want to know how we work? Watch our short Theory of Change video to see how we support people towards a brighter future: Theory of Change Further details can be found on our website here: Theory of Change - Social Interest Group - Social Interest Group.
Additional Information
Please note that this job advert may close early due to screening applications on an ongoing basis. We advise applying as soon as possible for your application to be taken into consideration at the early stages.
Please note that as part of our process, we complete an enhanced DBS check, some roles may require further vetting. We encourage applicants from all backgrounds. If you have any questions regarding this, please contact us on the details below.
Unfortunately, we are unable to provide sponsorship, please ensure you have full right to work in the UK prior to applying to our positions.
Additional information on our company policies including Gender Pay, Equality and Diversity, Company Benefits and our Candidate Privacy Policy can be found on our website.
Empowering independence through trauma-informed solutions and dynamic partnerships that keep people out of prison, out of hospital and off the streets
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For over 20 years, Village Water has been committed to transforming lives in Africa by delivering vital support in safe water, sanitation and hygiene education (WASH) to rural communities in Zambia and Mozambique. Collaborating with local partners, we reach the most marginalised populations in villages, schools, and health centres improving health and empowering communities with opportunities to thrive.
The Role
As the Monitoring & Data Officer, you’ll support the Monitoring & Data Manager and Coordinator to validate, clean, and manage programme data. You’ll review submissions for accuracy and completeness, resolve discrepancies, and help ensure the integrity of the data that underpins our impact. Your work will support evidence-based decision-making. Collaboration and attention to detail are key, as is a passion for improving lives in rural Zambia and Mozambique.
Your Responsibilities:
- Validate and clean incoming data from local partners, identifying and flagging any errors or inconsistencies using tools such as Excel and Salesforce.
- Conduct regular (weekly and monthly) checks on submitted data to ensure accuracy and assess progress against set targets.
- Maintain and update all impact data, ensuring all records are accurate and complete.
- Assist in testing and reviewing both new and existing data systems to ensure proper functionality, support the addition of new fields and adjustments as needed.
- Support data validation during data collection rounds by reviewing data collection tools.
- Liaise with local partners and internal teams to clarify discrepancies or follow up on incomplete submissions.
- Be proactive in helping strengthen the monitoring systems.
About You
We're looking for someone who is passionate about the cause and excited to make a meaningful impact. Your experience will include:
- Work collaboratively with staff & volunteers supporting them to achieve Village Water's goals.
- Support other fundraising initiatives, as required.
- Sharing skills and knowledge with colleagues
- All staff have a responsibility for safeguarding and must undergo the required training to ensure compliance with the organisation's safeguarding policies.
- Interest in and commitment to Village Water’s mission and the vital role of overseas aid.
- Comfortable managing a diverse workload with minimum supervision.
- Flexible and supportive
- Excellent Excel & IT skills
- Excellent attention to detail
Why Village Water:
We are a small, dynamic team that values our personal touch, collaborative approach, and unwavering commitment to driving positive change. You'll work alongside passionate individuals who are making a tangible difference in people's lives every day.
Equality and Diversity
Village Water is dedicated to promoting a workplace that embraces inclusivity, values diversity, and honours the unique contributions of its employees and partners. It ensures equal treatment for all individuals and encourages everyone to reach their full potential.
Village Water is an advocate for disability inclusion, so if you require alternative application methods, please get in touch with us for further assistance.
Closing date: 4th October 2026 17:00
Better health, education and opportunity for everyone, through safe water, sanitation and hygiene.


The client requests no contact from agencies or media sales.
Using Anonymous Recruitment
This organisation is using Anonymous Recruitment to reduce bias in the first stages of the hiring process. Submit your application as normal and our system will anonymise it for you. Your personal information will be hidden until the recruiter contacts you.
About the Role
Our small Fundraising team has benefitted from significant investment in recent years and this maternity cover role will provide vital continuity as EIA develops and expands its network of philanthropic supporters and strategic partners. You will be joining EIA at a pivotal time, working closely with the Head of Fundraising to sustain momentum across philanthropy, support the launch of our giving circle, Nature Network, and help strengthen selected partnership opportunities that contribute to our fundraising ambitions.
The fundraising team at EIA, is responsible for raising income across trusts and statutory funders, as well as raising funds from individuals. The income raised from individuals has increased in recent years and we are investing further in this area so that we can conduct even more investigative and campaigning work to protect our planet.
The role will focus on developing and strengthening relationships with High Net Worth Individuals (HNWIs), inspiring supporters to give generously, and stewarding donors so they feel closely connected to EIA’s work to combat environmental crime and abuse around the world, as well as supporting partnership activity where it aligns with philanthropic giving, cultivation and long-term relationship development.
The Philanthropy and Partnerships Manager (Maternity cover) will lead the day-to-day delivery of EIA’s philanthropy programme during the maternity cover period. This will include tailored stewardship for HNWIs, prospecting and cultivation, donor funding propositions, implementing and growing the Nature Network giving circle following its launch in September, engaging our network of ambassadors, Future Stewards, and maintaining effective systems to support growth in philanthropy. The role will also contribute to a focused partnerships pipeline, ensuring partnership activity supports philanthropic income growth and deepens engagement with EIA’s mission.
Key areas of responsibility
Responsibilities will include, but are not limited to, the following:
Development of the existing supporter base:
- Develop and deliver a tailored stewardship programme for higher level donors.
- Establish appropriate KPIs to track progress and measure success.
Expand the donor base by acquiring new high value prospects:
- Conduct regular prospecting and cultivation to identify new potential supporters.
- Use network mapping to identify potential connections with existing stakeholders.
- Lead the development and delivery of cultivation events and exploratory meetings.
Develop donor funding propositions:
- Work with campaign teams and the wider fundraising team to develop funding propositions for HNWI and a Case for Support for the different areas of our work.
Launch and develop Nature Network and associated stewardship:
- Following the September launch of Nature Network, EIA’s giving circle, recruit new members and provide a compelling stewardship journey for supporters giving at this level.
Support aligned partnerships activity:
- Maintain and develop a focused pipeline of prospective partners where there is clear alignment with EIA’s campaigns, values and philanthropic priorities.
- Work with the Head of Fundraising and colleagues to support partnership cultivation, proposal development and stewardship.
- Lead the prospecting and stewardship of our brand ambassador programme, Future Stewards, including developing a social media communications plan with the Social Media and Digital Engagement Manager
Strategy development, budgeting and campaign reporting:
- Work with the Head of Fundraising to deliver philanthropy plans during the maternity cover period and contribute to wider fundraising strategy where relevant.
- Monitor income and expenditure across philanthropy, Nature Network and relevant partnership activity to ensure they meet budget and contribute to the mid-year reforecast process.
- Produce regular income reports that monitor performance against KPIs and feed back to the Head of Fundraising and wider organisation to share successes with the EIA team.
Person Specification
Essential
- Significant experience of identifying, cultivating and stewarding relationships with high value supporters and securing significant gifts.
- Considerable experience of developing and communicating high value funding propositions and writing compelling cases for support and applications.
- Strong verbal communication skills, confident in communicating effectively and passionately with supporters, team members across EIA and senior stakeholders.
- Excellent networking and presentation skills.
- Experience of planning and delivering stewardship events for HNWIs.
- Experience of managing or supporting giving circles, membership-style donor programmes or structured supporter journeys would be advantageous.
- Experience of partnership development, corporate relationships or cross-sector collaboration, with the ability to identify opportunities that support philanthropic income growth.
- Driven to provide the very best supporter experience.
- Energetic self-starter able to work on own initiative with attention to detail.
- Dynamic and positive attitude.
- Creative and innovative thinker.
- Well-organised, able to prioritise work and meet deadlines.
- Fully proficient in Microsoft SharePoint and Office 365.
- Fully proficient in Fundraising databases (CharityCRM would be an advantage but not essential)
- Solid knowledge of Charity Law and Fundraising regulations
- Strong interest in or knowledge of wildlife trade and environmental issues
- Flexibility to work out of hours at a few events through the year.
The client requests no contact from agencies or media sales.
We are Hestia. We make a difference.
At Hestia, we are guided by our core values and are dedicated to fostering an equitable, diverse, and inclusive organisation. Our mission is to empower individuals to rebuild their lives and achieve independence. Right now, we are looking for a Support Worker to play a pivotal role in our Mental Health Service in Croydon.
Sounds great, what will I be doing?
As a Support Worker, you will provide person-centred support to service users by carrying out comprehensive assessments, support planning, and safety planning that promote recovery, independence, and individual wellbeing. Working closely with the Service Manager, Team Manager, external agencies, families, carers, and other key supporters, you will help develop and review support, risk, and move-on plans tailored to each individual's needs. You will encourage participation in social, educational, training, employment, and skills-development opportunities, while supporting access to relevant health services. You will also help maintain a safe and positive environment, monitor housing-related responsibilities, and promote tenancy sustainment, including supporting occupancy agreement compliance and rent payments.
What do I need to bring with me?
You'll need to be able to demonstrate the core skills this role requires as well as match our values and mission. You don't have to tick all the boxes right away; the important thing is that you're willing to learn. We also value lived experience of the areas we support, so if you feel comfortable, please do mention this on your application.
Displays skills to convince, persuade and influence others including excellent negotiation skills Uses appropriate interpersonal styles and collaborative approaches with colleagues and stakeholders. Professional Consultancy Skills- Operates professionally and ethically with the ability to gain the trust and respect of others Excellent IT and Digital skills and confident in the use of Microsoft Office functions Use of MS Word –ability to compose bids and reports Use of MS Excel –ability to create and manipulate spreadsheets Use of MS Powerpoint – ability to prepare presentations Use of MS Outlook – ability to read and compose emails and maintain Outlook Ability to maintain and develop the contracts database with IT colleagues Ability to work flexibly as this role is to work shifts and will require occasional weekend work.
Interview Steps
We keep our interview process simple, so you know exactly what to expect.
- Shortlisting call: We have a team of dedicated recruitment specialists who will speak to you about your experience, motivations and values. They will also tell you about all the great work we do!
- Face to face interview: Now you will have face to face interview with the hiring manager. Our interviews are value and competency based.
Don't be alarmed if there are other stages in the process, it's all part of the plan for some of our roles.
Our commitment to Equality, Diversity, and Inclusion
Our services users come from all walks of life and so do we. We hire great people from a wide variety of backgrounds because it makes us stronger. We are committed to creating and maintaining a diverse and inclusive workforce and value the skills, abilities, talent and experiences, different people and communities bring to our organisation.
We are a disability confident employer
Hestia is proud to be a disability confident employer, dedicated to the employment and career development of individuals with disabilities. We offer a guaranteed interview scheme for all applicants with disabilities who meet the minimum criteria for the role they have applied for. We also provide reasonable adjustments during the selection and interview process, and throughout your employment with us.
Safeguarding Statement
Hestia is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of adults, children and young people who are potentially at risk, and we therefore expect all staff and volunteers to do the same. We require all staff to undertake internal and external safeguarding training throughout their employment with Hestia.
Important Information for Candidates
If your application is successful, please be aware that you will be required to undergo pre-employment checks before a formal offer of employment can be confirmed.
We reserve the right to close this job advert early should we receive a high volume of applications or if the position is filled before the closing date. We encourage interested candidates to apply as soon as possible to ensure their application is considered.
We deliver services across London as well as campaign and advocate nationally on the issues that affect the people we work with.



The client requests no contact from agencies or media sales.
At Hestia, we are guided by our core values and are dedicated to fostering an equitable, diverse, and inclusive organisation. Our mission is to empower individuals to rebuild their lives and achieve independence. Right now, we are looking for a Intervention Worker to play a pivotal role in our Criminal Justice Service in Streatham
Sounds great, what will I be doing?
Step into a role where your confidence, compassion and professionalism truly matter. This role supports the operations of an Approved Premises working with high-risk offenders. Responsibilities include engaging with residents, helping prepare meals, supporting sentence plans with probation and police partners, and assisting with admin and activity delivery. The role involves enforcing curfews and drug/alcohol testing requirements, maintaining safety, cleanliness, and well-being at the premises, and ensuring accurate and timely record-keeping. Staff are expected to model respectful behaviour, follow operational procedures, and contribute to a positive, enabling environment in line with Hestia and Ministry of Justice standards.
You'll thrive as part of a supportive team, leading by example and getting involved in practical day‑to‑day tasks such as cooking, gardening and shared activities that help create a stable and enabling environment. Your awareness of safeguarding issues and your ability to respond appropriately will be central to keeping people safe and supported. If you're someone who combines empathy with authority, adaptability with professionalism, and teamwork with initiative, this role offers the chance to make a meaningful difference every day.
What do I need to bring with me?
You'll need to be able to demonstrate the core skills this role requires as well as match our values and mission. You don't have to tick all the boxes right away; the important thing is that you're willing to learn. We also value lived experience of the areas we support, so if you feel comfortable, please do mention this on your application.
The role requires the capacity to maintain firm boundaries and use authority appropriately while working pro‑socially and positively with others, alongside an understanding of the emotional and behavioural impact of trauma and the ability to support people who may display a wide range of emotions, behaviours and communication challenges. It calls for strong engagement and communication skills, a flexible and responsive approach, and an optimistic belief in people's capacity to change. You'll need to learn quickly, gather information effectively and make defensible decisions, as well as accurately receive, process and record detailed information within confidentiality requirements. Working as part of a team is essential, leading by example and taking a practical, hands‑on approach to tasks such as cooking, gardening, household duties and leisure activities. A solid understanding of safeguarding issues and the ability to address them appropriately is also key.
This role requires working shifts, including evenings and weekends. on a rolling rota.
Interview Steps
We keep our interview process simple, so you know exactly what to expect.
- Shortlisting call: We have a team of dedicated recruitment specialists who will speak to you about your experience, motivations and values. They will also tell you about all the great work we do!
- Face to face interview: Now you will have face to face interview with the hiring manager. Our interviews are value and competency based.
Don't be alarmed if there are other stages in the process, it's all part of the plan for some of our roles.
Our commitment to Equality, Diversity, and Inclusion
Our services users come from all walks of life and so do we. We hire great people from a wide variety of backgrounds because it makes us stronger. We are committed to creating and maintaining a diverse and inclusive workforce and value the skills, abilities, talent and experiences, different people and communities bring to our organisation.
We are a disability confident employer
Hestia is proud to be a disability confident employer, dedicated to the employment and career development of individuals with disabilities. We offer a guaranteed interview scheme for all applicants with disabilities who meet the minimum criteria for the role they have applied for. We also provide reasonable adjustments during the selection and interview process, and throughout your employment with us.
Safeguarding Statement
Hestia is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of adults, children and young people who are potentially at risk, and we therefore expect all staff and volunteers to do the same. We require all staff to undertake internal and external safeguarding training throughout their employment with Hestia.
Important Information for Candidates
If your application is successful, please be aware that you will be required to undergo pre-employment checks before a formal offer of employment can be confirmed.
We reserve the right to close this job advert early should we receive a high volume of applications or if the position is filled before the closing date. We encourage interested candidates to apply as soon as possible to ensure their application is considered.
We deliver services across London as well as campaign and advocate nationally on the issues that affect the people we work with.



The client requests no contact from agencies or media sales.
The Organisation
We are working with a well-established UK not-for-profit organisation with annual income of approximately £150 million. Operating at significant scale and complexity, the organisation manages a diverse range of income streams including donations, legacies, grant and contract funding, trading activity and investment income. The finance function plays a key role in supporting strong governance, compliance and decision-making across the organisation.
The Job
This is an excellent opportunity for an experienced tax professional to take ownership of all tax matters within a large and complex organisation. Working closely with senior finance colleagues and external advisers, you will act as the organisation's lead technical expert on VAT, Corporation Tax and Gift Aid, ensuring robust compliance, governance and risk management. You will provide practical advice to senior stakeholders, helping the organisation understand and navigate the tax implications of operational and strategic decisions.
Key responsibilities include:
- Leading on VAT, Corporation Tax and Gift Aid compliance and advisory matters
- Preparing and reviewing VAT returns, including partial exemption calculations and annual adjustments
- Managing Corporation Tax compliance and reporting
- Developing and maintaining tax governance frameworks, controls and processes
- Identifying and mitigating tax risks across the organisation
- Providing technical guidance to finance and non-finance stakeholders
- Building effective relationships with external advisers, auditors and internal teams
- Driving continuous improvement across tax processes, controls and reporting systems
Location: Remote working, with occasional office attendance in London (typically once per quarter)
Hours: 28 hours per week
The Person
We are seeking a qualified accountant or tax professional with strong technical expertise and experience operating within a large, complex organisation.
You will be able to demonstrate:
- Qualified Accountant or Tax professional
- Strong knowledge of UK VAT, Corporation Tax and Gift Aid legislation
- Experience managing complex VAT environments, including partial exemption
- A track record of delivering accurate and timely tax compliance activities
- Strong stakeholder management and communication skills
- The ability to translate technical tax matters into practical business guidance
- Experience working collaboratively across finance, systems, planning and operational teams
- A proactive approach to continuous improvement and risk management
Experience gained within the charity, not-for-profit, membership body or broader complex organisation environment would be advantageous.
What's in It for You?
- Remote working arrangement
- Double-matched pension contributions up to 8%
- 27 days' annual leave plus bank holidays, pro rata
- The opportunity to be the lead tax specialist within a sizeable, nationally recognised organisation
- Exposure to a broad range of complex tax matters and senior stakeholders
- A supportive and collaborative finance team environment
How to Apply
If you are an experienced tax professional looking for a flexible role where you can make a significant impact, we'd be delighted to hear from you.
Please submit your CV detailing your relevant experience including VAT, Corporation Tax and Gift Aid/partial exemption compliance and advisory work. Applications will be reviewed on a rolling basis.
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People & Culture Business Partner
12-month Fixed Term Contract. Full Time. Hybrid working (minimum of 2 days per week in the office)
Location - London
Salary - £58,557 per year
If we receive a high volume of applications, we reserve the right to close the advert before the scheduled closing date. Therefore, we encourage interested applicants to apply at their earliest convenience.
About us
Christian Aid exists to create a world where everyone can live a full life, free from poverty. We are a global movement of people, churches and local organisations who passionately champion dignity, equality and justice worldwide. We are the changemakers, the peacemakers, the mighty of heart.
We’re committed to building a diverse and inclusive workplace, and recognise the value this brings in forming strong, creative and high performing teams. We welcome applications from all sections of the community, and from those with experience from outside of the voluntary sector. And no, you don’t have to be Christian to work here – we encourage people of all faiths and none to apply. We just ask that everyone lives out our values of dignity, equality, justice and love. We value a good work-life balance, so we’re open to part-time and flexible working. We also offer hybrid working for our office-based colleagues and the option of being a homeworker for most of our roles too.
About the role
Reporting in to the Head of People & Culture, the People & Culture Business Partner will provide strategic and operational HR support to Multi-Country Clusters (MCC's) on high impact initiatives building relationships based on trust and openness and
drive meaningful change.
The post-holder will ensure organisational alignment between HR practices and MCC priorities, fostering collaboration between central HR functions and MCC operations delivering tailored solutions that align with organisational values and goals.
Some of the main areas of responsibility for the People & Culture Business Partner include:
- Collaborate with the Head of People & Culture in embedding a culture of continuous learning within the MCCs, ensuring staff promoting the exchange of ideas and knowledge to meet organisational values and goals.
- Proactively identify opportunities with MCC leadership in resourcing the right capabilities, and talent to achieve organisational goals.
- Think critically in relation to HR policies implementation ensuring these align with Christian Aid’s ethical obligations and are compliant in the operational context.
- Drive impactful decisions through advice and Support MCC Leadership on employee relation case management and ensure processes are fair and compliant to context.
- Promote the exchange of ideas and knowledge in the people planning, people management, ensuring fair, consistent practices that promote an inclusive, well-being-focused environment.
- Strive to maximise impact through the use of organisational and sector data to support leadership in driving performance management, people planning and development and ensuring CA global HR practice is embedded within the local context.
- Maintain consistent and coherent CA DEI initiatives within the local context, ensuring Christian Aid remains an equitable and inclusive employer of choice.
- Understand perspectives to MCC leaders on all people-related matters to deliver high quality work.
- Engage with local networks, ensuring Christian Aid is at the forefront of progressive HR practices fostering a team mindset in the humanitarian sector.
About you
Who we are looking for
Essential:
- A recognised professional management qualification or graduate status in HR Management or equivalent significant experience.
- Significant experience in HR business partnering or a similar role within a complex, multi country organisation.
- Has significant experience HR partnering within the charity sector; understanding the nuances of the charity environment and landscape.
- Detailed knowledge of employment law and HR best practices across multiple jurisdictions.
- An HR practitioner who sees policy as a guide and enabler, and not as a rulebook and restrictor.
- Highly developed interpersonal and communication skills for managing diverse stakeholder relationships.
- Is able to demonstrate compassion, but will challenge stakeholders.
- Significant experience with data analysis concepts and tools, with the ability to interpret intersecting HR data to support decision-making.
- Demonstrable experience in using Human Capital Management (HCM) systems and e-recruitment platforms to streamline HR processes and enhance operational efficiency.
- Developed analytical skill to make judgements in line with organisational values and goals.
- Proven ability to adapt global policies to local contexts while maintaining compliance.
- Experience in matrix management environments.
Desirable:
- Has international development environment understanding
- Able to speak French, Spanish or Arabic.
Further information
At Christian Aid we strive to be an inclusive and diverse employer and recognise the value that this brings in helping to build strong, creative and high performing teams.
We are actively encouraging racialised minorities, LGBTQ+, people with disabilities, returning parents or carers who are re-entering work after a career break, people with caring responsibilities, people from low socioeconomic backgrounds, women, and older workers to apply. This is because these groups are under-represented within our teams, especially at senior level, and we recognise and value the contributions members of these groups make to strong, creative and high performing teams.
We have a strong Christian ethos and we encourage applications from all faiths. Applicants will be expected to demonstrate an understanding of and sympathy with Christian Aid’s faith identity.
All successful candidates will require a DBS/police check appropriate to the role and location and a Counter Terrorism Sanction check as part of your clearance for commencing your role with us. We also participate in the Inter Agency Misconduct Disclosure Scheme. In line with this Scheme, we will request information as part of the referencing process from job applicants’ previous employers about any findings of sexual exploitation, sexual abuse and/or sexual harassment during employment, or incidents under investigation when the applicant left employment. By submitting an application, the job applicant confirms their understanding of these recruitment procedures.
This role requires applicants to have the right to live and work in the country where this position is based and undertake the role that you have been offered. If you are successful and we make you an offer for the role, we will be required to conduct a right to work check on your immigration status in the UK. We will contact you regarding the documentation you will need to provide to evidence this.
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We are Hestia. We make a difference.
At Hestia, we live by our values and are committed to a more equitable, diverse, and inclusive organisation that provides a variety of services such as Domestic Abuse, Modern Slavery, Mental Health & Complex Needs and Criminal Justice. We are committed to empower people to rebuild their lives and regain independence.
The service you will work in….
Nia House is consists of 3 services, Nia House, Coningham and Sulgrave in the North Cluster. We support people with enduring mental health crisis aged 18+ who have housing and support needs. They may be leaving hospital, registered care, be homeless, threatened with homelessness or living in accommodation that is not meeting their identified needs. The services will be also used as a ‘step up' or ‘step down' from other supported accommodation, where appropriate.
A day in this role looks like….
As a Senior Recovery Support worker at Hestia, you will play a crucial role in our Mental Health and Complex Needs service. Your contributions will directly influence the lives of our service users, guiding them towards a path of empowerment and independence.
A day will never look the same and some of the things you can expect to do/be responsible for are:
- Empower a caseload of clients to manage their health and wellbeing, maintain their independence, identify their strengths and achieve their goals and aspirations, working in partnership with our subcontractors as required in order to achieve this, under the direction of the Team Leader.
- To clearly articulate the aims and objectives, pathway and service model to people using the service so they can fully participate in and co-produce their support.
- Empower service users to engage effectively in their liaisons with professionals within the community such as social work teams, housing providers, health professionals, JCP etc.
- Work flexibly as part of a team to ensure service coverage and that contractual obligations are met.
- Develop co-produced group activities, peer support networks and other community-based approaches to empowering service users to achieve their goals and aspirations and to encourage service users to access these opportunities.
- Actively monitor the health, wellbeing, safety and security of the service and its users ensuring all concerns are followed up promptly and in line with procedures.
- Ensure that administration is done in good time; that detailed, concise and accurate records are created contemporaneously, and that confidentiality is appropriately maintained.
- Assist the manager to manage health and safety, repairs and maintenance of the premises.
- To collect rents and service charges, and manage arrears proactively by follow policy, protocol and procedure to support residents to maintain their tenancy and develop independent living skills by paying service charges & rent.
- Provide support the Manager to manage voids across the service.
- Ensure referrals, assessments and service reviews are effective and timely responded to.
- Empower service users to develop independent living skills as part of a planned move on process.
- Assist the manager to plan, negotiate and manage budgets and to make best use of property, equipment and information technology.
Why Hestia?
Joining Hestia means more than just a job; it's an opportunity to be part of something bigger. We offer a supportive, inclusive and resolution driven work environment where your contributions are recognised and valued. As a member of our team, you will have the chance to grow both personally and professionally while making a lasting impact on the lives of those we serve.
We are looking for candidates who bring a combination of passion, expertise, and dedication to the table. To excel in this role, you should possess:
- Good understanding of Health and Safety within an accommodation-based setting.
- Basic knowledge of housing management including maintenance & repairs.
- Ability to monitor and maintain the safety and security of supported housing service and report maintenance requirements appropriate.
- Experience of working with people with mental health needs.
- Good literacy and numeracy skills and able to produce clear letters and IT skills.
- Knowledge and understanding of safeguarding issues and ability to address them appropriately.
Our commitment to Equality, Diversity, and Inclusion
Our services users come from all walks of life and so do we. We hire great people from a wide variety of backgrounds because it makes us stronger. We are committed to creating and maintaining a diverse and inclusive workforce and value the skills, abilities, talent and experiences, different people and communities bring to our organisation.
We are a disability confident employer…
Hestia is a disability confident employer, committed to the employment and career development of individual with disabilities. As part of this commitment, we operate a guaranteed interview scheme for all applicants with disabilities who meet the minimum criteria for the role they have applied for. We will also accommodate reasonable adjustment during the selection and interview process and throughout your employment with us.
We deliver services across London as well as campaign and advocate nationally on the issues that affect the people we work with.



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About WSUP
Woolwich Service Users Project is a charity based in central Woolwich, supporting people experiencing homelessness, poverty, poor mental health, addiction, social isolation and multiple disadvantage. WSUP provides a welcoming, non-judgemental, open-access community space where guests can access practical support, health and wellbeing services, specialist advice, and trusted relationships.
Our work is rooted in lived experience, dignity and relational support. We meet people where they are, offering both immediate relief and pathways into longer-term stability, recovery and community connection. WSUP works closely with local and national partners across health, housing, recovery, advice and community wellbeing to reduce health inequalities and improve outcomes for people who often face barriers to mainstream services.
Purpose of the Role
The Health Coordinator will lead and develop WSUP’s health coordination offer, ensuring that guests can access timely, appropriate and compassionate support around physical health, mental health, addiction, sexual health, primary care, housing-related health needs and wider wellbeing.
The postholder will provide structured triage, one-to-one support, casework, referrals and follow-up for guests experiencing complex needs. A key part of the role will be helping people who are not currently engaged with statutory or mainstream services to reconnect with healthcare, housing, welfare and specialist support.
The Health Coordinator will also play a key role in developing and overseeing WSUP’s women’s service provision, including Women’s Wednesday. This will include coordinating health and wellbeing support, strengthening referral pathways for women, supporting peer-led activity, promoting safety and inclusion, and ensuring the service responds to the needs of women experiencing homelessness, domestic abuse, poor mental health, addiction, temporary accommodation, poverty, social isolation or resettlement barriers.
The postholder will also support female residents linked to women’s accommodation and community-based support pathways in Greenwich, helping them access WSUP’s trusted community hub, women-only provision, health coordination, practical support, peer connection and specialist referrals at a pace that feels safe and appropriate.
Key Responsibilities
1. Health Coordination and Casework
· Provide a welcoming, trauma-informed and non-judgemental first point of contact for guests seeking health and wellbeing support.
· Carry out structured triage conversations to identify health, housing, safety, safeguarding, mental health, addiction, income, resettlement and practical support needs.
· Support guests to register with GPs, attend appointments, understand health information and navigate primary care services.
· Coordinate access to health interventions delivered through WSUP and partner agencies, including Hepatitis C testing, TB screening, dental support, eye care, sexual health services, mental health outreach and addiction recovery pathways.
· Support guests to access sexual health testing and referrals, mental health referrals, substance misuse support, welfare advice navigation and warm referrals into appropriate specialist services.
· Make appropriate referrals to statutory, voluntary and specialist services, including housing, mental health, substance misuse, domestic abuse, welfare advice, safeguarding and emergency support.
· Maintain regular follow-up with guests who may miss appointments, disengage or require repeated encouragement to access support.
· Maintain accurate, confidential and GDPR-compliant records using WSUP’s case management systems.
2. Development of Women’s Service Provision
· Lead the development and day-to-day oversight of WSUP’s women’s service provision, including Women’s Wednesday.
· Ensure Women’s Wednesday provides a safe, welcoming, women-only, low-barrier community support space offering peer support, health coordination, wellbeing activities, welfare advice and community connection.
· Work with women using WSUP services to co-produce activities and shape the ongoing development of the women’s programme.
· Identify and respond to the specific needs of women experiencing homelessness, domestic abuse, unsafe housing, temporary accommodation, poor mental health, substance misuse, poverty, trauma, isolation or resettlement barriers.
· Develop clear pathways into specialist support for women, including domestic abuse services, sexual health services, mental health support, substance misuse services, housing advice, welfare advice, safeguarding provision and emergency support.
· Provide a trusted community hub for women who may not yet feel ready to engage with formal casework or statutory services.
· Help women reduce isolation, build confidence, sustain community connections and gradually move towards more formal support where appropriate.
· Monitor attendance, outcomes, feedback and emerging needs within the women’s service and report learning to WSUP’s leadership team.
· Promote a psychologically safer environment for women who may have experienced trauma, stigma, exploitation, violence, exclusion or previous negative experiences of services.
3. Partnership Working
· Build and maintain effective working relationships with local health, housing, recovery, advice, mental health, domestic abuse, women’s services and community partners.
· Act as a key link between WSUP guests and external services, helping partners deliver support in a trusted community setting.
· Support partner clinics, drop-ins and outreach sessions hosted at WSUP.
· Coordinate warm referrals into specialist services and follow up with guests and partners where appropriate.
· Attend relevant meetings, case discussions and multi-agency forums where appropriate.
· Represent WSUP professionally and promote the organisation’s relational, dignity-led and trauma-informed approach.
· Identify gaps in provision and work with WSUP leadership to develop new partnerships that respond to guest needs, including the needs of women accessing WSUP’s women-only provision.
4. Peer Support and Co-production
· Work alongside volunteers with lived experience to provide safe, relational and purposeful support.
· Help ensure peer volunteers understand safeguarding, boundaries, confidentiality, lone-working and referral procedures.
· Contribute to volunteer briefings, debriefs and reflective practice where relevant.
· Support quarterly co-production sessions with women using WSUP’s provision, enabling them to shape activities, share feedback and identify gaps in support.
· Ensure feedback from guests and women using the service informs programme development, partnership working and service improvement.
· Promote lived experience as a valued part of WSUP’s approach while ensuring appropriate support, supervision and boundaries are in place.
5. Monitoring, Evaluation and Reporting
· Record triage, referrals, casework activity, attendance, outcomes and follow-up actions accurately.
· Monitor attendance, health and welfare triage, referrals, partner services accessed, peer-support activity, safeguarding concerns, guest feedback and outcomes.
· Collect feedback from guests, including women using Women’s Wednesday, to inform service development.
· Contribute to internal reporting, case studies, impact evidence and partnership updates.
· Use data and lived experience feedback to identify trends, unmet needs and service improvement opportunities.
· Support WSUP’s Community Pulse approach by ensuring guest voice and co-production are embedded in health and women’s service development.
Person Specification
Essential Experience
· Experience of working with people facing homelessness, rough sleeping, poverty, mental health challenges, addiction, trauma, domestic abuse, migration issues, social exclusion or multiple disadvantage.
· Experience of providing one-to-one support, triage, casework, advocacy, signposting or referral support.
· Experience of working with health, housing, mental health, substance misuse, domestic abuse, welfare or community support services.
· Experience of managing risk, safeguarding concerns and sensitive personal information.
· Experience of working in a person-centred, strengths-based and non-judgemental way.
· Experience of supporting or developing services for women, particularly women affected by trauma, homelessness, domestic abuse, poor mental health or complex needs.
· Experience of working with volunteers, peer supporters or people with lived experience is desirable but not essential.
Essential Knowledge and Skills
· Good understanding of health inequalities and the barriers faced by people experiencing homelessness or multiple disadvantage.
· Ability to build trust with people who may have had poor experiences of statutory or mainstream services.
· Strong communication, listening and interpersonal skills.
· Ability to work calmly and confidently with people in distress or crisis.
· Good understanding of safeguarding adults, confidentiality, professional boundaries and GDPR.
· Ability to coordinate referrals and liaise effectively with external agencies.
· Good organisational skills, including the ability to manage competing priorities and maintain accurate records.
· Commitment to equality, diversity, inclusion and anti-discriminatory practice.
· Understanding of trauma-informed practice and psychologically informed environments, or willingness to undertake training.
· Understanding of the importance of women-only spaces, safety, choice and trust when working with women affected by trauma or multiple disadvantage.
Desirable Experience, Knowledge and Qualifications
· Experience of working in a women-only or gender-responsive service.
· Experience of co-production, peer support or lived experience-led service design.
· Experience of using case management systems
· Knowledge of services and referral pathways in Greenwich and South East London.
· Lived experience relevant to WSUP’s work
A community free from hardship and housing instability.
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Looking to build a career in recruitment advertising, media, or client services?
We’re proud to find the best people possible for our clients, enabling them to create bigger impact. As the first recruitment agency in the UK to become a certified B Corp, Prospectus is a recruitment business with a difference. Working exclusively in the not-for-profit sector, we believe our clients change the world for individuals, communities, and society.
For 70 years we have been working across the UK and internationally to connect talented people with not-for-profit organisations and social purpose businesses.
We're currently seeking an Advertising Executive to join our team. You'll support the delivery of recruitment advertising campaigns for charities and not-for-profit organisations, working with clients, media partners, and colleagues to ensure campaigns run smoothly and deliver great results.
Responsibilities
- Coordinate advertising campaigns across job boards, social media, and digital channels.
- Manage campaign bookings and schedules.
- Liaise with clients and media suppliers.
- Monitor campaign performance and produce reports.
- Support campaign administration and client service delivery.
Requirements
· Previous experience of advertising, marketing, media or communications.
· Interest in recruitment advertising and talent attraction.
· Understanding of social media and digital marketing channels.
- Excellent communication and organisational skills.
Why join us?
- Work with purpose-driven organisations making a difference.
- Learn from an experienced and supportive team.
- Develop a career in recruitment advertising and talent attraction.
Prospectus values diversity and is dedicated to fostering an inclusive working environment. We welcome applications from candidates of all backgrounds, with a particular focus on encouraging applications from underrepresented groups, including people of colour and disabled people. In line with our commitment as a Disability Confident employer, we offer a guaranteed interview to disabled applicants who satisfy the minimum requirements of the role.
Deadline for applications:
Sunday 20th September
Applications are reviewed on a rolling basis and may close early due to high application volumes, so please apply promptly.
Interviews with Prospectus:
Interviews will be held in our London office on Thursday 1st October.
At Hestia, we are guided by our core values and are dedicated to fostering an equitable, diverse, and inclusive organisation. Our mission is to empower individuals to rebuild their lives and achieve independence. Right now, we are looking for a Refuge Worker to play a pivotal role in our Domestic Abuse Service in Wandsworth
Sounds great, what will I be doing?
This role involves providing intensive, person-centred support to women in a residential setting. The role includes delivering key sessions, community meetings, and daily contact to assess and monitor individual needs. You will co-produce Support and Safety Plans with residents, focusing on their strengths and goals, and offer advice on safety, domestic abuse, housing, and independent living. Responsibilities also include liaising with statutory bodies on safeguarding matters, supporting move-on accommodation, and promoting empowerment through workshops and social activities. The role follows “The Hestia Approach,” prioritising co-production, recovery, and partnership with service users.
Wat do I need to bring with me?
You'll need to be able to demonstrate the core skills this role requires as well as match our values and mission. You don't have to tick all the boxes right away; the important thing is that you're willing to learn. We also value lived experience of the areas we support, so if you feel comfortable, please do mention this on your application.
Here's what the team will be looking for
The successful candidate will have substantial experience working directly with individuals who present a wide range of support needs, risks, and aspirations for their future. They will be confident in delivering high‑quality casework, including key working, support planning, and risk assessments, with a strong focus on promoting independence and recovery. A solid understanding of issues affecting women experiencing domestic abuse, as well as knowledge of mental health, substance misuse, and the wider social factors impacting service users, is essential.
The role requires someone who is able to work collaboratively with a variety of external agencies, including Social Services, mental health teams, drug and alcohol services, and other community organisations. The candidate must be able to communicate effectively with professionals to ensure that support packages are well‑coordinated and that safeguarding responsibilities are met. A thorough understanding of safeguarding legislation and procedures, including child protection, is fundamental to the role.
The postholder will need strong knowledge of welfare benefits, housing legislation, and the practical steps involved in supporting women to secure and maintain safe accommodation. They must be able to work confidently within service specifications, quality frameworks, and organisational policies, ensuring accurate record‑keeping, case notes, and monitoring reports. Experience using computer‑based systems to record client information is therefore required.
A commitment to equality, diversity, and the rights of service users is central to the role. The candidate must demonstrate an ability to promote dignity, choice, empowerment, and co‑production in all aspects of their work, in line with The Hestia Approach. They should be able to support women in developing confidence, resilience, and peer networks, and be comfortable facilitating group activities, workshops, and community‑based initiatives.
Please note: This role is open to female applicants only, in accordance with Schedule 9 (1a) of the Equality Act 2010. Fluency in at least one South Asian language is a genuine occupational requirement for this role.
Interview Steps
We keep our interview process simple, so you know exactly what to expect.
- Shortlisting call: We have a team of dedicated recruitment specialists who will speak to you about your experience, motivations and values. They will also tell you about all the great work we do!
- Face to face interview: Now you will have face to face interview with the hiring manager. Our interviews are value and competency based.
Don't be alarmed if there are other stages in the process, it's all part of the plan for some of our roles.
Our commitment to Equality, Diversity, and Inclusion
Our services users come from all walks of life and so do we. We hire great people from a wide variety of backgrounds because it makes us stronger. We are committed to creating and maintaining a diverse and inclusive workforce and value the skills, abilities, talent and experiences, different people and communities bring to our organisation.
We are a disability confident employer
Hestia is proud to be a disability confident employer, dedicated to the employment and career development of individuals with disabilities. We offer a guaranteed interview scheme for all applicants with disabilities who meet the minimum criteria for the role they have applied for. We also provide reasonable adjustments during the selection and interview process, and throughout your employment with us.
Safeguarding Statement
Hestia is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of adults, children and young people who are potentially at risk, and we therefore expect all staff and volunteers to do the same. We require all staff to undertake internal and external safeguarding training throughout their employment with Hestia.
We are Hestia. We make a difference.
At Hestia, we are guided by our core values and are dedicated to fostering an equitable, diverse, and inclusive organisation. Our mission is to empower individuals to rebuild their lives and achieve independence. Right now, we are looking for a Refuge Worker to play a pivotal role in our Domestic Abuse Service in Tower Hamlets
Sounds great, what will I be doing?
This role involves providing intensive, person-centred support to women in a residential setting. The role includes delivering key sessions, community meetings, and daily contact to assess and monitor individual needs. You will co-produce Support and Safety Plans with residents, focusing on their strengths and goals, and offer advice on safety, domestic abuse, housing, and independent living. Responsibilities also include liaising with statutory bodies on safeguarding matters, supporting move-on accommodation, and promoting empowerment through workshops and social activities. The role follows “The Hestia Approach,” prioritising co-production, recovery, and partnership with service users.
What do I need to bring with me?
You'll need to be able to demonstrate the core skills this role requires as well as match our values and mission. You don't have to tick all the boxes right away; the important thing is that you're willing to learn. We also value lived experience of the areas we support, so if you feel comfortable, please do mention this on your application.
Here's what the team will be looking for
The successful candidate will have substantial experience working directly with individuals who present a wide range of support needs, risks, and aspirations for their future. They will be confident in delivering high‑quality casework, including key working, support planning, and risk assessments, with a strong focus on promoting independence and recovery. A solid understanding of issues affecting women experiencing domestic abuse, as well as knowledge of mental health, substance misuse, and the wider social factors impacting service users, is essential.
The role requires someone who is able to work collaboratively with a variety of external agencies, including Social Services, mental health teams, drug and alcohol services, and other community organisations. The candidate must be able to communicate effectively with professionals to ensure that support packages are well‑coordinated and that safeguarding responsibilities are met. A thorough understanding of safeguarding legislation and procedures, including child protection, is fundamental to the role.
The postholder will need strong knowledge of welfare benefits, housing legislation, and the practical steps involved in supporting women to secure and maintain safe accommodation. They must be able to work confidently within service specifications, quality frameworks, and organisational policies, ensuring accurate record‑keeping, case notes, and monitoring reports. Experience using computer‑based systems to record client information is therefore required.
A commitment to equality, diversity, and the rights of service users is central to the role. The candidate must demonstrate an ability to promote dignity, choice, empowerment, and co‑production in all aspects of their work, in line with The Hestia Approach. They should be able to support women in developing confidence, resilience, and peer networks, and be comfortable facilitating group activities, workshops, and community‑based initiatives.
Please note: This role is open to female applicants only, in accordance with Schedule 9 (1a) of the Equality Act 2010.
Interview Steps
We keep our interview process simple, so you know exactly what to expect.
- Shortlisting call: We have a team of dedicated recruitment specialists who will speak to you about your experience, motivations and values. They will also tell you about all the great work we do!
- Face to face interview: Now you will have face to face interview with the hiring manager. Our interviews are value and competency based.
Don't be alarmed if there are other stages in the process, it's all part of the plan for some of our roles.
Our commitment to Equality, Diversity, and Inclusion
Our services users come from all walks of life and so do we. We hire great people from a wide variety of backgrounds because it makes us stronger. We are committed to creating and maintaining a diverse and inclusive workforce and value the skills, abilities, talent and experiences, different people and communities bring to our organisation.
We are a disability confident employer
Hestia is proud to be a disability confident employer, dedicated to the employment and career development of individuals with disabilities. We offer a guaranteed interview scheme for all applicants with disabilities who meet the minimum criteria for the role they have applied for. We also provide reasonable adjustments during the selection and interview process, and throughout your employment with us.
Safeguarding Statement
Hestia is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of adults, children and young people who are potentially at risk, and we therefore expect all staff and volunteers to do the same. We require all staff to undertake internal and external safeguarding training throughout their employment with Hestia.
We deliver services across London as well as campaign and advocate nationally on the issues that affect the people we work with.



Every three minutes, someone in the UK develops dementia. Behind every diagnosis is a person, a family and a story that deserves to be heard.
Could you use the power of media to help those stories reach more people?
As our Regional Media Officer, you'll help bring these stories to life. You'll create media coverage that raises awareness, influences change and inspires people to support Alzheimer's Society.
Reporting to the Regional Media Manager, you'll work across the region. You'll deliver media activity that supports our campaigns, fundraising, services, research and local influencing priorities.
You'll help strengthen our reputation as a trusted voice on dementia.
No two days will be the same. You might be finding a powerful story one day, responding to breaking news the next, or supporting a spokesperson before an interview. You'll help create campaigns that reach and engage people.
We know great candidates come from a wide range of backgrounds and experiences. If this role excites you and you have experience in communications, media or PR, but you're not sure you meet every requirement, we'd still love to hear from you.
Contract:This is a full time, 9-month fixed-term contract
Working pattern: 35 hours, Monday to Friday, 9am – 5pm
Location: You'll be home based, with regular travel across the East Midlands, East of England and Yorkshire & Humber to build relationships, support media activity and connect with local communities. As this is a regional role, you'll need to live in one of the following areas:
- East Midlands – including Derbyshire, Leicestershire, Lincolnshire, Northamptonshire, Nottinghamshire and Rutland.
- East of England – including Bedfordshire, Cambridgeshire, Essex, Hertfordshire, Norfolk and Suffolk.
- Yorkshire & Humber – including East Riding of Yorkshire, North Yorkshire, South Yorkshire, West Yorkshire, North Lincolnshire and North East Lincolnshire.
Interviews: Interviews are provisionally scheduled to take place on Wednesday 30th September 2026 via Microsoft Teams.
What you'll do
How do you turn a story into something that makes people stop, listen and take action?
By building genuine relationships, spotting opportunities and making sure the voices of people affected by dementia are at the heart of what we do.
You'll:
- Develop and deliver regional media plans that support our influencing, fundraising, services, and research.
- Build strong relationships with journalists, colleagues and communities across the region, identifying media opportunities that support local influencing priorities and promote Alzheimer’s Society services. Work with people affected by dementia to tell their stories in a way that feels right for them, with care, respect and compassion.
- Create clear, engaging and accessible content, including press releases, statements, briefings, and articles.
- Respond to media enquiries, manage sensitive issues and help protect the reputation of Alzheimer's Society. Support and prepare spokespeople, helping them feel confident when sharing their knowledge and experiences with the media.
- Create engaging content, including photography, video and other digital materials, to bring our campaigns and stories to life.
- Work closely with teams across Alzheimer's Society and with external partners to create greater understanding and support for people affected by dementia.
About you
Are you someone who sees the person behind the story?
You'll have experience in media or PR and enjoy using storytelling to make a difference. You'll combine strong media judgement with empathy, curiosity and a desire to understand what matters to people.
You'll share our values and bring compassion, collaboration and determination to your work. You'll build trusted relationships and help make sure the voices of people affected by dementia are heard.
You'll bring:
- Experience of working in media or PR, with an understanding of what makes a story matter and how to connect with regional and local audiences.
- The ability to build positive relationships with journalists, colleagues, communities and partners.
- A thoughtful and compassionate approach to working with people affected by dementia, helping them share their experiences in a way that feels supported and meaningful.
- The ability to stay calm under pressure, manage competing priorities and deliver high quality work when deadlines are tight.
- Strong writing skills and the ability to turn complex information into clear, engaging content for different audiences.
- A collaborative approach, good organisation skills and a commitment to creating an inclusive environment where everyone feels valued.
Your work can change understanding, influence action and give people affected by dementia a stronger voice. Join us and help make sure those voices are heard.
About Alzheimer's Society
Dementia is the UK's biggest killer. One in three people born in the UK today will develop dementia in their lifetime.
At Alzheimer's Society, we're the UK's leading dementia charity and the only one to tackle all aspects of dementia by giving help and hope to people living with dementia today and in the future. We give vital support to people facing the most frightening times of their lives, while also funding groundbreaking research and campaigning to make dementia the priority it should be.
Together with our supporters, we're working towards a world where dementia no longer devastates lives.
Our values make sure that our focus is clear for the challenges and opportunities ahead and remind us of what we all stand for.
Our commitment to Equity, Diversity, Inclusion & Belonging
We need to ensure the voices around our table better reflect and understand the communities we exist to serve. We strongly encourage individuals to apply who have a disability, impairment or health condition or individuals who identify as Black, Asian or from another minority ethnic background, as these groups are currently under-represented at Alzheimer's Society.
We want everyone we work with, as a colleague, volunteer, supporter, or someone we support, to feel included and that they belong at Alzheimer's Society.
Our Equity, Diversity and Inclusion Strategy here along with our internal employee forum and Employee Lived Experience network groups help us promote inclusion and belonging, becoming an engaged and inclusive organisation for all our people.
Our hiring process
During your recruitment process we want to make sure that you bring your whole self and can be at your best. We are working hard to ensure our recruitment process is as inclusive as possible, so please do inform us of your experience and anything you think we could do better by completing our candidate survey when you apply. Please also contact Alzheimer's Society Talent Acquisition Team via [email protected] for application support or any adjustments you might need.
To ensure fairness and consistency to select the best candidate for this role, all our applications are anonymised up until an interview has been confirmed. We recognise the benefits of AI, but if you're considering using it to submit your application, we encourage you to reflect on the value it truly adds. AI tools often lack the personal touch and authenticity that set candidates apart. We want to hear your unique perspective, experiences, and skills, so we encourage you to showcase them in your own voice.
We try to avoid closing roles early where possible, however if we receive a high volume of applications, we may close earlier than the advertised closing date. Should this occur, we will aim to provide you with at least 48 hours' notice.
We are committed to safer recruitment and ensuring the welfare of those we work with, due to the nature of some of our roles, we might need to carry out a Criminal Record Check at the relevant level. You can read more information via our Website.
Giving back to you
Our employees work hard every day to make a true difference in people's lives. We are proud to support them with a range of benefits, recognition and many options for working agilely, all contributing to a strong work life balance. We also have various learning programmes to support you in your development and help you grow to realise your potential and shape a career with Alzheimer's Society.
You can also visit our Working for Us pages, which give you more information about what it's like to be an employee at the Society.
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